• July 12, 2026
Clarain-rich coal

Clarain-rich coal is a specific lithotype of banded coal that combines distinctive petrographic features with important industrial properties. This article reviews what clarain is, where such coals are found and…

  • July 2, 2026
Coal with high vitrinite content

Coal with high vitrinite content represents a distinct and economically important category of coal whose physical and chemical characteristics influence its use across power generation, metallurgical processes, chemical conversion and…

  • March 31, 2026
High-volatile A coal

This article examines the properties, distribution, extraction, economic role and industrial uses of high-volatile A bituminous coal. It explains what distinguishes this rank from other coals, where significant deposits are…

  • December 20, 2025
Hard steam coal

Hard steam coal is a widely used category of solid fossil fuel, valued for its relatively high energy content and versatility across power generation and industrial processes. This article examines…

  • November 30, 2025
Sub-bituminous coal

Sub-bituminous coal is an intermediate rank of coal that bridges the gap between lignite and bituminous coal. It plays a crucial role in modern energy systems, particularly in power generation,…

  • November 30, 2025
Low-volatile bituminous coal

Low-volatile bituminous coal is a high-rank coal grade prized for its elevated carbon content, strong coking properties and relatively low volatile matter. This article examines its geological characteristics, global distribution,…